Look no further when you want the perfect meal that is great tasting and healthy, these Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce are it! Great for summer grilling or even a fast weeknight meal, this dish brings tender grilled chicken together with its cool and tangy yogurt sauce that balances out the flavors in every bite! This is a fantastic dish—it will even knock your guests and family over!
Why I Love Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Grilled Chicken Kabobs are simple to marinate with lemon juice, olive oil, za’tar and garlic (I like this zesty blend). Accompanying them with a cooling cucumber yogurt sauce. This recipe can be made with either chicken breasts or thighs. I typically use whichever one I have in my fridge. Chicken breasts are leaner, therefore less moisture than thighs but it still taste wonderful.Dense and Drier: Chicken goes into the slow-cooker wet; chick will certainly come out drier. More grilled kabob ideas If you like this recipe, try Grilled Shrimp Scampi Skewers, Grilled Salmon Kabobs or Grilled Lemon Dijon Chicken Skewers.
Ingredients for Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Cucumber Yogurt Dip (makes 1 1/4 cups)
Instructions for Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Nutrition Information:
- Serving Size: 1 kabob, 1/3 cup sauce
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 266 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 4.5 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
- Sodium: 595 mg
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Sugar: 3.5 g
Variations of Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
- Cherry tomatoes bell peppers and red onions – add these to have a Mediterranean influence on your skewers, finish the seasoning of chicken with oregano thyme rosemary. You can serve these tasty kabobs with some hummus and warm pita to make the perfect meal.
- Spicy Middle Eastern: Make a spicy chicken shish kebab by marinating the chopped up birds in harissa paste, sprinkle over lemon j and give it zing with olive oil for even more flavour quartered together w. chunks of courgettes & red onions dipped into these middle eastern clusters-related products Top with fresh cilantro and serve with couscous for a colorful, spicy meal.
- Asian Influence: Stir together soy sauce, ginger and garlic for an Asian-inspired version that the family will love.MouseAdapter Just skewer a little bit of bell pepper and pineapple in between pieces every now and then for an adjunct sweetness, serve the whole shebang over jasmine rice with sesame seeds sprinkled on top.
- FOR A GREEK-STYLE KABOB: Instead, thread a few leaves of fresh oregano or thyme onto the skewer with olives (I like to use pitted kalamatas), whole cherry tomatoes and even wedges of red onion before grilling. Serve it with Greek salad and warm pita bread for a beautiful taste of the Mediterranean.
- Chicken marinated in yogurt and spiced with turmeric, garam masala, cumin-rustled the other Indian ingredients at home to add bell pepper & red onions on skewers. Enjoy with basmati rice and a mango chutney on the side (for deliciousness levels over 9000).
- With an Italian flavor: Marinate the chicken with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic and herbs of your choice for a more flavorful kabob; mix in cherry tomatoes or zucchini to say Italy even louder. Great with a cold orzo pasta salad and you have yourself a delicious meal!
- BBQ: Go for a BBQ effect by marinating the chicken in your choice of appropriate sauce and layer corn on cob pieces mountainside with bell peppers, interspersed between the skewers. Serve with coleslaw and cornbread…classic BBQ meal!
- Tropical Twist: Turn your skewers tropical by marinating the chicken in lime juice, coconut milk and garlic alongside placing chunks of mango & red bell pepper on the sticks. Serve over coconut rice with a side of pineapple salsa for an exciting and tropical meal.
More Tasty Chicken Breast Recipes to Try!
Grilled Chicken Kabobs and Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Enter these Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce! A delicious recipe that's ideal for your summer grill or a nice family dinner. You marinate some succulent chicken with lemon, olive oil and seasonings before grilling them to juicy perfection. The key is in the sharp cucumber yogurt sauce that brightens everything up. It's so, well easy to whip up and healthy for you too oh my gooooddd. Seriously, your family will think you a kitchen Rockstar!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1 inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons dried za’atar or oregano
- 1 clove crushed garlic
- 1 1/4 tablespoons kosher salt
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- lemon wedges for serving
Cucumber Yogurt Dip (makes 1 1/4 cups)
- ¾ cup plain low-fat Stonyfield yogurt
- ¾ cup finely chopped cucumber, peeled and seeded
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- ½ tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Fresh black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Make the Marinade: To make the marinade, combine lemon juice, olive oil, za'atar spices, garlic salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then place your chicken into (I put my mine in ziplock bag/plastic boxes with cover more easy to shake) pour over the marinate mixture all-over and let it sit for 2-3 hours is better if you have overnight time.
- Making the Kabobs:To prevent burning, soak any non-metallic skewers in warm water for at least 30 minutes if using wood. Add the yogurt sauce ingredients to medium mixing bowl and whisk together until smooth, then chill until ready. To make the kabobs; bend each strip of beef into zig-zags onto a soaked wooden skewer or onto one long metal bayah up through all strips.
- Assemble the Kabobs: Thread chicken onto skewers to assemble the kabobs. You should get about 4 kabobs in around.
- Grill the Kabobs: When you are ready to cook, preheat your grill over medium heat. Brush the cooking grates clean, then oil the grill and cook skewers (indoor or outdoor) until chicken is cooked through, turning occasionally every 12–15 minutes.
- Serve: Serve the grilled chicken kabobs hot, with lemon wedges and cucumber yogurt sauce on the side.
Notes
- For the best flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
